Manufacturing Process Expert Lead
Role overview
After an onboarding period in Visp, Switzerland, the position will be based in the U.S. (East or Mid-West Coast) to support the expansion of small molecules/bioconjugation capabilities. Relocation targeted in Q1 2027 and assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.
- Lead the day-to-day execution of manufacturing activities in a GMP environment, helping ensure safe, reliable, and high-quality operations. - Partner closely with cross-functional teams to support the introduction of new equipment and capabilities, including user requirements input and participation in key project milestones such as FAT and SAT. - Prepare manufacturing areas for successful operations by updating documentation, ensuring equipment readiness, and performing standard checks before batch activities. - Provide guidance and on-the-job training to colleagues on new processes, safety practices, and good documentation behaviors, helping foster a culture of learning and team development. - Support troubleshooting and problem-solving with engineering, quality, and technical experts to keep operations running smoothly and implement effective improvements. - Use practical continuous-improvement tools to simplify processes, enhance efficiency, and strengthen overall performance of equipment and workflows. - Represent the manufacturing area confidently during audits, technical transfers, and early production campaigns linked to newly introduced technologies.
- Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or engineering field—or equivalent relevant experience and learning gained through industry roles. - Experience working in GMP manufacturing, pharmaceutical operations, biotechnology, or a similar regulated environment. - Ability to contribute to equipment and process introduction activities, with familiarity in areas such as FAT/SAT and qualification steps considered beneficial. - Clear and supportive communication skills, with the ability to train and collaborate with colleagues across functions and levels. - A practical approach to problem-solving, using structured methods to identify root causes and drive improvements. - A proactive, organized mindset, with the ability to balance multiple activities while maintaining a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Description
After an onboarding period in Visp, Switzerland, the position will be based in the U.S. (East or Mid-West Coast) to support the expansion of small molecules/bioconjugation capabilities. Relocation targeted in Q1 2027 and assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.
- Lead the day-to-day execution of manufacturing activities in a GMP environment, helping ensure safe, reliable, and high-quality operations. - Partner closely with cross-functional teams to support the introduction of new equipment and capabilities, including user requirements input and participation in key project milestones such as FAT and SAT. - Prepare manufacturing areas for successful operations by updating documentation, ensuring equipment readiness, and performing standard checks before batch activities. - Provide guidance and on-the-job training to colleagues on new processes, safety practices, and good documentation behaviors, helping foster a culture of learning and team development. - Support troubleshooting and problem-solving with engineering, quality, and technical experts to keep operations running smoothly and implement effective improvements. - Use practical continuous-improvement tools to simplify processes, enhance efficiency, and strengthen overall performance of equipment and workflows. - Represent the manufacturing area confidently during audits, technical transfers, and early production campaigns linked to newly introduced technologies.
- Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or engineering field—or equivalent relevant experience and learning gained through industry roles. - Experience working in GMP manufacturing, pharmaceutical operations, biotechnology, or a similar regulated environment. - Ability to contribute to equipment and process introduction activities, with familiarity in areas such as FAT/SAT and qualification steps considered beneficial. - Clear and supportive communication skills, with the ability to train and collaborate with colleagues across functions and levels. - A practical approach to problem-solving, using structured methods to identify root causes and drive improvements. - A proactive, organized mindset, with the ability to balance multiple activities while maintaining a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
